# Balboa Park Carousel

> Antique carousel features beautifully painted animals and a live organ music machine creating an immersive old-fashioned atmosphere. The ride is speedy and smooth, with a brass ring game adding excitement for all ages. Noise from music and riders fills the space, making it lively and fun for families.

Source: https://www.atly.com/location/BalboaParkCarousel

- Address: 1889 Zoo Pl, San Diego, California, United States
- Phone: +16192390512
- Website: http://balboaparkcarousel.org/
- Google rating: 4.7 (393 reviews)

## What it is good for

- Cool — 10/10
- Fun Activities — 10/10
- Historical Sites — 9.4/10
- Parks — 9.2/10
- Kid Friendly — 8.3/10
- Parking Available — 6.3/10

## What people say

- "It's a fun, kid-friendly ride with the brass ring game."
- "It's a charming historical ride, still running with original charm."
- "Parking Available here is hard to get and takes time."

## Good to know

- Tickets cost $4 per person, or 4 for $14.
- Adults riding with children also need to buy tickets.
- The carousel features 56 hand-carved animals, including horses and a dragon.
- The ride lasts about 5 minutes, shorter than the advertised 10 minutes.
- Parking is conveniently located next to the carousel.

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than 1,400 intents — "nice view", "work friendly", "gluten free", "dog friendly" — from what real
reviewers say, with the statements behind every score.

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Coverage is densest in the United States, with pockets in Mexico, Israel and Thailand.
